1948-D 10C, FB

Description

1948-D Roosevelt Dime, FB, PCGS MS68. This exceptional 1948-D dime represents a significant find for serious Roosevelt dime collectors. Struck at the Denver Mint during a year of substantial production, this piece has achieved the impressive grade of PCGS MS68, placing it among the finest known examples of this date and mintmark combination. The coin exhibits the characteristic sharp striking and lustrous surfaces expected of premium-quality coins from this era. The FB designation indicates exceptional detail on the fasces, the bundle of rods on the reverse, demonstrating the quality of the strike and preservation. With a mintage exceeding 52 million pieces, the 1948-D dime is generally obtainable in most circulated and lower uncirculated grades. However, specimens in MS67 condition become notably scarcer, and coins grading MS68 or higher command substantial premiums due to their rarity and eye appeal. Population data confirms the scarcity of this grade, with only one example graded higher and just 17 total submissions to PCGS, underscoring the exceptional nature of this offering. Composed of 90% silver and 10% copper, this dime represents the final years of the classic silver Roosevelt dime series before composition changes in later decades. The coin's technical specifications—2.5 grams, 17.9mm diameter, and reeded edge—conform to standard Roosevelt dime specifications. This piece offers collectors the opportunity to acquire a genuinely rare high-grade example of this popular series. PCGS Certificate #49253908